1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Grand Am | i20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |